Unsafe abortion is an issue of public health concern and contributes significantly to maternal morbidity and mortality globally. Abortion evokes religious, moral, ethical, socio-cultural and medical concerns which mean it is highly stigmatized and this poses a threat to both providers and researchers. This study examined the challenges to providing safe abortion services from the perspective of health providers in Ghana. In-depth interviews were performed with obstetrician/gynaecologists, nurse-midwives and pharmacists (n = 36) in three (3) hospitals and five (5) health centres in the capital city in Ghana.

This metadata record records the existence of the interview transcripts, in accordance with LSHTM's Research Data Management policy and journal requirements. Participants gave written informed consent that their interview data could be used in papers. However, due to the age of the study they were not consulted on wider sharing of information. Researchers wishing to discuss the research are advised to contact the study authors for further information.

Stigma, Abortion, Skilled providers, Ghana, Qualitative research